Fairfax County Public Schools say abortion claims likely fabricated
Fairfax County Public Schools now say allegations that a Centreville High School staff member paid for student abortions are “likely untrue," according to initial findings released Friday by Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid.
Fairfax County Public Schools now say allegations that a Centreville High School staff member paid for student abortions are “likely untrue," according to initial findings released Friday by Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid.
DC Winter 2025-2026: Here's what weather models say about snow, cold, and storms
We are just about a month into autumn, but many minds are already shifting to the season ahead. Will winter be snowy and cold? Or dry and mild? What is some of the data suggesting that we could be in for in the weeks ahead?
We are just about a month into autumn, but many minds are already shifting to the season ahead. Will winter be snowy and cold? Or dry and mild? What is some of the data suggesting that we could be in for in the weeks ahead?
Montgomery County woman charged with faking home invasion using AI photo
Deputies said Moesha Gardener made up a story about a man breaking into her home, even using artificial intelligence to make a photo of a man lying on her couch.
Deputies said Moesha Gardener made up a story about a man breaking into her home, even using artificial intelligence to make a photo of a man lying on her couch.
Thief breaks into woman's car while she attends funeral service in Prince George's County
A thief broke into a woman’s car during a funeral service in Prince George's County, and she’s pleading for help to find the suspect who made off with her purse.
A thief broke into a woman’s car during a funeral service in Prince George's County, and she’s pleading for help to find the suspect who made off with her purse.
Maryland woman killed in hit-and-run; police release suspect vehicle details
Officials are seeking the public's help in a hit-and-run which left one woman dead.
Officials are seeking the public's help in a hit-and-run which left one woman dead.
Police flooded with volunteers to smoke weed for impairment training
The Ocean City Police Department says they were overwhelmed by the number of volunteers eager to smoke cannabis for an upcoming training event aimed at helping officers recognize signs of impairment.
The Ocean City Police Department says they were overwhelmed by the number of volunteers eager to smoke cannabis for an upcoming training event aimed at helping officers recognize signs of impairment.
Barack Obama endorses Abigail Spanberger in Virginia governor’s race
Former President Barack Obama is throwing his support behind Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia’s high-stakes governor's race, calling her “the best choice" to protect voting and abortion rights.
Former President Barack Obama is throwing his support behind Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia’s high-stakes governor's race, calling her “the best choice" to protect voting and abortion rights.
Hiker who died on Billy Goat Trail identified as Loudoun County teacher
An emergency on one of the D.C. region’s most popular hiking trails has left a community in mourning. The man who died last week on the Billy Goat Trail near Great Falls has now been identified as a beloved Loudoun County teacher known for inspiring his students and colleagues.
An emergency on one of the D.C. region’s most popular hiking trails has left a community in mourning. The man who died last week on the Billy Goat Trail near Great Falls has now been identified as a beloved Loudoun County teacher known for inspiring his students and colleagues.
Man accused of fatally shooting of ex-girlfriend in Silver Spring
Montgomery County police are investigating a deadly domestic shooting after a woman was gunned down outside her home Sunday morning. Her ex-boyfriend is now in custody.
Montgomery County police are investigating a deadly domestic shooting after a woman was gunned down outside her home Sunday morning. Her ex-boyfriend is now in custody.
Virginia teen says FBI raided his Leesburg home days after manhole explosions
FOX 5 spoke with an 18-year-old who says his home was raided by police and the FBI as they investigated a possible connection with a series of manhole explosions in a northern Virginia neighborhood.
FOX 5 spoke with an 18-year-old who says his home was raided by police and the FBI as they investigated a possible connection with a series of manhole explosions in a northern Virginia neighborhood.
FBI raids home in connection with Leesburg manhole explosions
The FBI, along with Loudoun County Fire Rescue and other regional partners, were part of a search warrant executed in Leesburg in connection with an early-morning explosion from over the weekend.
The FBI, along with Loudoun County Fire Rescue and other regional partners, were part of a search warrant executed in Leesburg in connection with an early-morning explosion from over the weekend.
Is the government shutdown affecting air travel? Here's what we know
Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.
Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.
DC homicide suspect killed in shootout with fugitive task force
A homicide suspect was shot and killed Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire with members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, according to D.C. police.
A homicide suspect was shot and killed Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire with members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, according to D.C. police.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Frustration builds as stalemate drags on
Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.
Lawmakers are venting frustrations after another round of failed votes to reopen the government. While no formal negotiations are underway, quiet talks are reportedly emerging behind the scenes.
DC police ID teen fatally shot in northeast
D.C. police have identified the teenager shot and killed Friday in northeast Washington.
D.C. police have identified the teenager shot and killed Friday in northeast Washington.
Another challenger enters race for Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton’s seat
D.C. Council member Brooke Pinto has entered the race to become the city’s next congressional representative, releasing a campaign video on Monday.
D.C. Council member Brooke Pinto has entered the race to become the city’s next congressional representative, releasing a campaign video on Monday.
Multiple homicides rattle Greenbelt; police release vehicle of interest photo in teen’s killing
A pair of deadly shootings just blocks apart has shaken a Greenbelt neighborhood, leaving residents frightened and frustrated. Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed within 24 hours.
A pair of deadly shootings just blocks apart has shaken a Greenbelt neighborhood, leaving residents frightened and frustrated. Two people, including a 14-year-old boy, were killed within 24 hours.
Government shutdown drags into second week with no deal in sight
The federal government shutdown entered its second week on Monday with lawmakers still at an impasse and no resolution in sight.
The federal government shutdown entered its second week on Monday with lawmakers still at an impasse and no resolution in sight.
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin issues order banning biological males from girls sports
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin issued an executive directive on Thursday banning biological males from girls sports.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin issued an executive directive on Thursday banning biological males from girls sports.
1 killed in double shooting outside Alamo Drafthouse in Woodbridge
A man is dead and another injured after a shooting Thursday night outside the Alamo Drafthouse in Woodbridge.
A man is dead and another injured after a shooting Thursday night outside the Alamo Drafthouse in Woodbridge.